Lone Jack
cityLone Jack is a city in Jackson County, Missouri, located southeast of Kansas City. The city offers a blend of small-town charm and access to the amenities of a larger metropolitan area. The population was 1,492 at the 2020 census. The city is experiencing growth, with newer housing developments attracting middle-class and wealthier residents. Lone Jack's economy features a mix of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. A significant percentage of residents work in computers and mathematics, and telecommuting is relatively common. The median household income is higher than both the state and national averages. Lone Jack is known for its historical significance, particularly the Battle of Lone Jack during the Civil War. The city was named after a lone black jack tree that served as a local landmark. Today, Lone Jack offers a family-friendly environment with good schools and access to outdoor recreation.
Lone Jack, Missouri
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 29-43760
- Country
- United States
- County
- Jackson County
- Region
- Kansas City metropolitan area
- Elevation
- 1,020 ft
- Total Area
- 3.75 sq mi
- Land Area
- 3.75 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0 sq mi
- Latitude
- 38.87056
- Longitude
- -94.18806
- Climate
- Continental climate, featuring hot summers and cold winters
- Population (2020)
- 1,492
- Est. Population (2026)
- 1,964
- Median Age
- 33.8
- Median Income
- $121,389
- Poverty Rate
- 5.47%
- Family Households
- 82%
- Owner-Occupied
- 90.2%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of Lone Jack includes 85.2% White, 5.24% Asian, 3.82% Other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- Board of Aldermen
- School District
- Lone Jack C-VI School District
- Municipal Services
- Police · City maintenance · permits · licensing










- Unemployment Rate
- 3.9%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban
- Employment Sectors
- Health Care & Social Assistance · Manufacturing · Retail Trade
- Schools
- 3
- Students
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- School Districts
- Lone Jack C-VI School District
- Transportation
- Highway 50
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Lone Jack Lake Conservation Area
- Parks & Trails
- James A. Jackson Park · Olde Town Hendrickson Park
- Founded
- 1841
- Incorporated
- 1980
- Named After
- A single black jack tree that stood as a local landmark
- Historical Significance
- Site of the Battle of Lone Jack during the Civil War
- Key Events
- Platted in 1841 · Post office in operation since 1839 · Battle of Lone Jack in 1862 · General Order #11, depopulating Jackson County
